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A squadron of American White Pelicans preens each other in the brisk January wind in the restored wetlands of Picayune Strand. The Picayune Strand Restoration Project is restoring over 55,000 acres of land. Restoration benefits are being observed in areas that have been rehydrated, such as the reestablishment of native plant communities and animals returning to the area, including wood storks and the endangered Florida panther. (U.S. Army Photo by Brigida I. Sanchez)